Egypt gripped by trial Nov 12, 2009
Mr Akaz had moved to Germany to carry out doctoral research in molecular biology but has said he does not think he will continue to live in Dresden. Tarek Sherbini, the brother of the dead woman, said "the image of the German people is very bad" following the attack and claimed it showed hatred of Muslims. (BBC News -- Africa)
Deciphering The Regulatory Code: Scientists Take New Approach To Predict Gene Expression Nov 11, 2009
Thanks to scientists at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) in Heidelberg, Germany, it is now possible to accurately predict when and where different CRMs will be active. The study, published today in Nature, is a first step towards forecasting the expression of all genes in a given organism and demonstrates that the genetic regulation that is crucial for correct embryonic development is more flexible than previously thought. (Science Daily)
Rotary recognizes Centennial students Nov 11, 2009
Ashley would like to attend Yale where she wants to double major in molecular biology and chemistry. Cameron is the son of Dale and Dianne Pulsifer. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
'Missing Link' In Immune Response To Disease: Sheer Mechanical Force Nov 10, 2009
Using recombinant molecular biology, they generated pMHCs specific for, or irrelevant to, a particular TCR.. Next, structural biologists led by Harvard Medical School's Gerhard Wagner, PhD, used Nuclear Magnetic Resonance techniques to determine the shape of the TCR and the arrangement of its component molecules. (Science Daily)
Students launch leftover pumpkins Nov 9, 2009
"It was a nice stress reliever before my exam tomorrow," Safi (sophomore-biochemistry and molecular biology) said. The group said Sunday's ideal autumnal weather, combined with the opportunity to blow off any steam left over from the weekend, made for a successful afternoon. (Daily Collegian, PA)
SnoRNAs from the filamentous fungus Neurospora crassa: structural, functional and evolutionary insights Nov 8, 2009
Identification of snoRNAs from Neurospora crassa, an important model organism playing key roles in the development of modern genetics, biochemistry and molecular biology will provide insights into the evolution of snoRNA genes in the fungus kingdom. Results. (BioMed Central)
Poll: Many parents, high-priority adults who tried to get H1N1 vaccine unable to get it Nov 7, 2009
Programs and projects range from the molecular biology of AIDS vaccines to the epidemiology of cancer; from risk analysis to violence prevention; from maternal and children's health to quality of care measurement; from health care management to international health and human rights. For more information on the school visit: u. (EurekAlert!)
Pathogen protection and virulence: Dark side of fungal membrane protein revealed Nov 7, 2009
Said Lawrence: "This transdisciplinary project has involved bioinformatics, functional genomics, molecular biology, biochemistry, plant pathology, immunology, and medical mycology. We first discovered the gene encoding TmpL by computational screening and analysis of the A. brassicicola genome at VBI. Further investigation of the tmpL sequence and functional genomics analysis has allowed us to build up a picture of what the protein may look like in many filamentous fungi." ... Dr. Robert Cramer,... (EurekAlert!)
Newly revised guidelines for managing thyroid cancer published in Thyroid journal Nov 6, 2009
The Journal publishes original papers and timely reviews that reflect the rapidly advancing changes in our understanding of thyroid physiology and pathology, from the molecular biology of the cell to clinical management of thyroid disorders. A complete table of contents and free sample issue may be viewed online at. (EurekAlert!)
Seven Vikings named GNAC Academic All-Stars Nov 6, 2009
Barton and Hostetler selected for third straight year (Wwuvikings.com)
UC Davis Faces No. 2 UC Santa Barbara Saturday Nov 6, 2009
Chopan is majoring in biochemistry and molecular biology and currently holds a 3. 91 grade point average. (Ucdavisaggies.com)
Innovation headlines first TEDx conference Nov 6, 2009
The free conference s 600 attendees were treated to presentations on aural perception, molecular biology and social activism, which all circled back to a common peg: using creativity to solve problems. For Tony Geraci, the director of food and nutrition for , that s meant using a 33-acre farm to grow fruits and vegetables to serve to school students. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Zyngenia raises $10M from NEA Nov 5, 2009
They are working with technology invented by Carlos Barbas, a professor and chair of the Skaggs Institute of Chemical Biology and the Departments of Molecular Biology and Chemistry at The Scripps Institute in La Jolla, Calif. Barbas, who will serve as Zyngenia s chief scientific officer, had previously founded two protein-based therapy companies that were both later sold, one to Pfizer Inc.. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Estrogen And Stroke Risk: Long Period Of Estrogen Deprivation Can Lead To Loss Of Sensitivity And Protective Effects In The Brain Nov 5, 2009
The study was conducted by Darrell W. Brann, Quan-Guang Zhang, Limor Raz and Dong Han of the Institute of Molecular Medicine and Genetics, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta; Ratna Vadlamudi of the University of Texas Health Sciences Center in San Antonio, and Ruimin Wang and Fang Yang, of the Research Center for Molecular Biology, North China Coal Medical University, Tangshan. Dr. Brann presented an overview of the team's findings at the American Physiological Society (APS) conference Sex and... (Science Daily)
Election sees low turnout Nov 4, 2009
"If you don't vote, you don't have a voice," said Diego Morales (senior-biochemistry and molecular biology) "It was true last year, and it's true now.". Previous article: Next article: More stories from The Daily Collegian Online. (Daily Collegian, PA)
New Activity Found For A Potential Anti-cancer Agent From Marine Sponges Nov 4, 2009
Romo and colleagues from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, University of Heidelberg and European Molecular Biology Laboratory published their recent findings in the Journal of Biological Chemistry. Romo is no stranger to PatA. He began to work on its synthesis more than a decade ago. (Science Daily)
High-throughput genotyping, protein purification featured in Cold Spring Harbor Protocols Nov 3, 2009
Since 1933, it has furthered the advance and spread of scientific knowledge in all areas of genetics and molecular biology, including cancer biology, plant science, bioinformatics, and neurobiology. It is a division of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, an innovator in life science research and the education of scientists, students, and the public. (EurekAlert!)
China's Research Output More Than Doubled Since 2004, Thomson Reuters Study Reveals Nov 2, 2009
Looking toward the future, rapid growth can be seen in agricultural sciences and life sciences fields such as immunology, microbiology, and molecular biology and genetics. -- The USA stands out in terms of collaboration with China. (Canada Newswire)
Sight gone, but not necessarily lost? Oct 31, 2009
D., a professor of molecular biology and genetics, neuroscience and ophthalmology at Johns Hopkins and a Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator. "It suggests that neurons in the retina can survive for an extended period of time even though they have been functionally silenced.". (EurekAlert!)
Hawthorn House Student of the Month: Venkata Satyam Oct 31, 2009
Venkata looks forward to attending college and studying biochemistry or molecular biology as a pre-med student. Hawthorne House congratulates Venkata Satyam on all of his CHS accomplishments and for his being named our September Student of the Month. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Chopan Named First Team Academic All-District Oct 31, 2009
91 GPA in biochemistry and molecular biology ... 91 grade point average in biochemistry and molecular biology ... is majoring in biochemistry and molecular biology and currently holds a 3. (Ucdavisaggies.com)
2-pronged protein attack could be source of SARS virulence Oct 30, 2009
"This SARS virus protein, nsp1, binds to ribosomes to inactivate them and also modifies messenger RNA molecules to make them unreadable," said UTMB professor Shinji Makino, senior author of a paper on the discovery appearing in the online edition of Nature Structure and Molecular Biology. "We think that this property of nsp1 could be a major player in the virulence of SARS.". (EurekAlert!)
Exploring the final frontier: Disease proposed as major barrier to Mars and beyond Oct 30, 2009
The Journal of Leukocyte Biology () publishes peer-reviewed manuscripts on original investigations focusing on the cellular and molecular biology of leukocytes and on the origins, the developmental biology, biochemistry and functions of granulocytes, lymphocytes, mononuclear phagocytes and other cells involved in host defense and inflammation. The Journal of Leukocyte Biology is published by the Society for Leukocyte Biology. (EurekAlert!)
Africa: Food Crisis Forces Changes on GM Crops [interview] Oct 30, 2009
If we are able to take advantage of the new technologies that are becoming available, using molecular biology tools, or using biotechnology tools and products, Africa should be able to achieve a green revolution. So are you saying that there can only be a green revolution in Africa if the continent adopts these tools. (allAfrica.com)
Cholesterol drugs fight cancer too Oct 30, 2009
Accordingly, Marc Pilon, cell and molecular biology researcher at the University of Gothenburg, (Sweden) teamed up with colleagues to carry out studies on the nematode C. elegans. This nematode, which is made up of just a thousand or so cells, does not produce cholesterol and is therefore an ideal test subject. (India Times, India)
UGA prof wins $600K stimulus grant Oct 30, 2009
professor and Georgia Research Alliance Eminent Scholar of Molecular Biology Stephen Dalton got a $600,000 federal stimulus grant to accelerate research into a type of stem cell that can turn into virtually any cell type, the university reported Thursday ... Dalton s research group, based in the department of biochemistry and molecular biology in UGA s Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, previously had received a five-year $9. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Norovirus Gastroenteritis Oct 29, 2009
Recent advances in understanding the molecular biology of the noroviruses, coupled with applications of novel diagnostic techniques, have radically altered our appreciation of their impact. Noroviruses are now recognized as being the leading cause of epidemics of gastroenteritis and an important cause of sporadic gastroenteritis in both children and adults. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Nervous System Drug-by-design: Formulation May Slow Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Huntington's Oct 29, 2009
Recent research findings on the L803-MTS drug have been published in the Journal of Molecular Biology (2008) and Current Pharmaceutical Design (2009, currently in press). An innovative approach. (Science Daily)
Novel Evolutionary Theory For The Explosion Of Life Oct 28, 2009
Within a longstanding research collaboration between the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia and Bielefeld University together with the Friedrich-Miescher-Institute in Basel and the Marine Biological Laboratory at Woods Hole (Massachusetts), Xavier Fern;ndez-Busquets (Barcelona) and Dario Anselmetti (Bielefeld) and their colleagues published online in the journal Molecular Biology and Evolution their biophysical single molecule results on the effect of calcium on the interactions of cell... (Science Daily)
Common weed could provide clues on aging and cancer Oct 27, 2009
" The Arabidopsis plant is found worldwide and is related to the cabbage, radish and mustard plant family. Because of its genetic makeup, it has been used for decades as a model organism for studies in the cellular and molecular biology of flowering plants. The multi-institutional research team says these findings open up new doors on several fronts, leading to an "evolutionary bridge" in current work on telomeres. "At the very least, it will give us a better understanding of the fundamental... (EurekAlert!)
DNA Replication: Messenger RNA With FLASH A Key Player Oct 26, 2009
Other UNC coauthors include Xiao-cui Yang, laboratory technician, and Yan Yan, undergraduate student, both of the dept of biochemistry & biophysics and the UNC Program in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology and Brandon D. Burch, graduate student in the Curriculum in Genetics and Molecular Biology. Funding for the study came from the National Institute of General and Medical Sciences, a component of the National Institutes of Health. (Science Daily)
1 shot of gene therapy and children with congenital blindness can now see Oct 25, 2009
The University of Pennsylvania Health System (UPHS) includes its flagship hospital, the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, rated one of the nation's top ten "Honor Roll hospitals by U.S.News Report; Pennsylvania Hospital, the nation's first hospital; and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, named one of the nation's "100 Top Hospitals" for cardiovascular care by Thomson Reuters. In addition UPHS includes a primary-care provider network; a faculty practice plan; home care, hospice, and... (EurekAlert!)
Alzheimer's Lesions Found In The Retina Oct 23, 2009
The UCI scientists are from the departments of neurology, molecular biology & biochemistry, and anatomy & neurobiology, as well as the Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders, or UCI MIND.. The research was supported by the Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation, the National Basic Research Program of China, the UC Discovery Grant Program, and the Larry L. Hillblom Foundation. (Science Daily)
SIU faculty gets $2.6M in stimulus grants Oct 22, 2009
Ramesh Gupta, professor and chair of biochemistry and molecular biology, RNA Splicing in Archaea, $118,059. William Halford, associate professor of medical microbiology, immunology and cell biology, Development of an Effective Genital Herpes Vaccine, $400,125. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
UC-Personality: Douglas Dyckes Oct 22, 2009
After graduating, as Dyckes explains, he secured two post-doctoral research appointments: first at Cornell University, then at The Laboratory for Molecular Biology in Virginia. He made it to UCD in 1990. (UCD Advocate, CO)
Aquarium low on funds Oct 22, 2009
"If we were to lose it, we would lose a central meeting point on campus," Ester Fares (senior-biochemistry and molecular biology) said. "It's a huge part of the HUB.". (Daily Collegian, PA)
Letter: Student role in local politics must become more impactful Oct 22, 2009
senior-biochemistry and molecular biology. Previous article: Next article: More stories from The Daily Collegian Online. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Study Shows How Normal Cells Influence Tumor Growth Oct 22, 2009
"Our study demonstrates that PTEN in surrounding fibroblasts plays an important role in suppressing cancer development," says co-principal investigator Michael Ostrowski, professor and chair of molecular and cellular biochemistry and co-director of the cancer center's Molecular Biology and Cancer Genetics Program. To show this, Leone, Ostrowski and their colleagues removed PTEN from fibroblasts in the mammary glands of mice. (Science Daily)
Trigger Of Deadly Food Toxin Discovered Oct 22, 2009
"It's shocking how profoundly these molds can affect public health," said Sheryl Tsai, UCI molecular biology & biochemistry, chemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences associate professor and lead author of a study appearing Thursday, Oct. 22, in the journal Nature that reports the finding ... "Because polyketides provide the building blocks for both carcinogens and some of our most significant drugs, the importance of this study cannot be overemphasized," said Christopher Hughes, molecular biology... (Science Daily)
Henk Stunnenberg's lab applies Genomatix NextGen sequencing data analysis Oct 21, 2009
Henk Stunnenberg, a pioneer in transcription factor analysis and epigenetic research, is full professor, head of the Department of Molecular Biology, and a member of EMBO.. The Genomatix Genome Analyzer delivers a complete and integrated solution for the downstream analysis of NGS data. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
In a 1st, artificial memories wired into flys brain Oct 21, 2009
In the early days of molecular biology, when others were working on DNA, the biologist Seymour Benzer decided to dissect behavior by studying the fruitfly. His student Chip Quinn discovered in the early 1970s that fruitflies, surprisingly, could learn. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Genomes Of Two Popular Research Strains Of E. Coli Sequenced Oct 21, 2009
The findings will help guide future research and will also open a window to a deeper understanding of classical research that is the foundation of our understanding of basic molecular biology and genetics ... The team, which includes two researchers from the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory, published its results online on October 17, 2009, in three papers in the Journal of Molecular Biology. (Science Daily)
New neuroscience journal debuts at Springer Oct 20, 2009
Ann Avouris, Senior Editor for Neuroscience at Springer, said, "Although basic stroke research is thriving, new and effective therapies for stroke patients have not been developed. We believe it is time to create a new journal to facilitate the translation of basic research discoveries into effective therapies. Translational Stroke Research will cover the fields from molecular biology to stroke clinical trials, but it will especially focus on translational studies.". Translational Stroke... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Chemo? Test helps determine need Oct 20, 2009
D in cancer genetics and molecular biology, says the test is a result of 30-40 years of hard work and research, but it's not perfect. "It's just a step closer to our dream to individualize the cancer risk and provide the best treatment," and "this is not a cheap test.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
Scientists Visualize Assembly Line Gears In Ribosomes, Cell's Protein Factory Oct 19, 2009
A team led by Venki Ramakrishnan at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge, England analyzed crystals of the ribosome bound to EF-G using X-rays, and used the X-ray data to determine the molecular structure ... 7, 2009) The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for 2009 jointly to Venkatraman Ramakrishnan, MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge, United Kingdom. (Science Daily)
A small intergenic region drives exclusive tissue-specific expression of the adjacent genes in Arabidopsis thaliana Oct 17, 2009
BMC Molecular Biology 2009, 10:95doi:10. 1186/1471-2199-10-95. (BioMed Central)
TraDIS technique tackles typhoid Oct 17, 2009
" For the first time, it is possible to paint a comprehensive picture of essential, advantageous or burdensome genes in many phases of the bacterial life cycle, to determine functions necessary to support them throughout their entire disease cycle. Such a picture is important for discovery of new targets for treatment. This elegant new method exemplifies how high-throughput research allows scientists to determine systematically the function of or requirement for individual genes in a single... (EurekAlert!)
Fmr. president of India coming to Ala. Oct 17, 2009
The complex houses ASU's state-of-the-art molecular biology teaching laboratories and cutting-edge science programs. Before his term as India's president, Kalam was known as one of India's most distinguished scientists and is popularly known as the Missile Man of India for his work on development of India's ballistic missile system and space rocket technology. (WSJA.com, AL)
Genes Behind Increasingly Common Form Of Cancer Identified Oct 16, 2009
In her study, researcher Carola Hedberg from the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology at the University of Gothenburg has identified the genes involved in the development of endometrial cancer. Rat models. (Science Daily)
Widely Sought Molecular Key To Understanding P53 Tumor Suppressor Gene Discovered Oct 15, 2009
D., that focuses on immunology rather than molecular biology or genetics. "We had been studying a metastasis gene which is upregulated in liver cancer called Lasp-15," said Dr. Ren. (Science Daily)
Silence Of The Genes: Researchers Get First Look At Gene-Silencing Human RISC-Loading Complex Oct 15, 2009
Their results have been published in the journal Nature Structure and Molecular Biology ... Nature Structural & Molecular Biology, 2009; DOI. (Science Daily)
AMP commends SACGHS on their DNA patent report Oct 15, 2009
The Association for Molecular Pathology is an international medical professional association dedicated to the advancement, practice, and science of clinical molecular laboratory medicine and translational research based on the applications of molecular biology, genetics and genomics. Through the efforts of an enthusiastic membership from across the United States and around the world, AMP continues to grow in numbers and influence. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
The Art Of Athletes Set For This Weekend Oct 14, 2009
"The Art of Athletes' features the work of student-athletes in diverse majors including food science, design, aeronautical science and engineering, art studio, biochemistry and molecular biology, as well as several others.". Organizers are hopeful many in the public are able to share in the artistic talents of the student-athletes. (Ucdavisaggies.com)
* Taiwanese team discovers rices flood-tolerant gene Oct 11, 2009
The CIPK15 gene has been found as the key that guarantees rices flood-tolerant qualities, said Yu Shu-may (EQ), a researcher at Academia Sinicas -Institute of Molecular Biology. The gene is the reason why 80 percent of the worlds rice is traditionally planted in submerged fields, saving the need to kill weeds and use pesticides, Yu said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
King of Algae Oct 11, 2009
Sayre was recruited from the Department of Plant Cellular and Molecular Biology at in 2008 based on his background in photosynthesis, the chemical process where plants and some bacteria combine sunlight, water and carbon dioxide to produce energy ... Sayre was recruited from his role as the chair of the Department of Plant Cellular and Molecular Biology at Ohio State University in 2007, and he came to St. Louis in 2008. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Scott joins Ethel Lund Medical Center Oct 11, 2009
Scott earned her Bachelor of Science degree in cellular and molecular biology and medical degree from the University of Washington in Seattle. She completed residencies in Anchorage and at the Ethel Lund Medical Center. (Juneau Empire)
Common herbicides and fibrates block nutrient-sensing receptor found in gut and pancreas Oct 10, 2009
Using an interdisciplinary approach, scientists collaborate in the programmatic areas of sensation and perception; neuroscience and molecular biology; environmental and occupational health; nutrition and appetite; health and well-being; development, aging and regeneration; and chemical ecology and communication. For more information about Monell, visit. (EurekAlert!)
NY Gov. Paterson renews commitment to stem cell research in visit to Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Oct 10, 2009
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) is a private, not-for-profit research and education institution at the forefront of efforts in molecular biology and genetics to generate knowledge that will yield better diagnostics and treatments for cancer, neurological diseases and other major causes of human suffering. For more information, visit. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
New portal for plant genomics will support research into improved crops Oct 9, 2009
Today sees the launch of Ensembl Plants a freely available web resource for plant genomics research by the European Molecular Biology Laboratory's European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI), in partnership with the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, USA. Ensembl Plants allows researchers worldwide to access and visualise the results of genome-scale experiments in different plant species. By pinpointing the genetic basis of beneficial characteristics such as drought and pest resistance, Ensembl... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
New Approach For Growing Bone To Fight Osteoporosis And Other Diseases Oct 9, 2009
Louis M. Luttrell was also a senior author, and he is with the Departments of Medicine and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the Medical University of South Carolina and with the Ralph H. Johnson Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Charleston, S.C.. Adapted from materials provided by. (Science Daily)
Captive lions to get a new home in MP? Oct 9, 2009
The Hyderabad-based Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology has analysed that all the lions in captivity have pure Asiatic strains. Now, we are waiting for the ministrys nod for shifting some of them to Kuno Palpur park, Delhi Zoo Director D N Singh said. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Comment: Congratulations, but... Oct 9, 2009
Ramakrishnan who is currently affiliated to the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge, UK shares the honour with Thomas Steitz of Yale University and Ada Yonath of Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel. Ramakrishnan, who hails from Chidambaram in Tamil Nadu, took his graduate degree from MS University in Vadodara before exploring better prospects abroad. (India Times, India)
Nobel chemistry prize honors atomic study Oct 8, 2009
Indian-born Ramakrishnan, 57, is the senior scientist and group leader at the Structural Studies Division of the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge, England. Ramakrishnan said that he wasnt convinced when he got the morning phone call from the academy. (MSNBC -- International)
Nobel honors ribosome research Oct 8, 2009
Ramakrishnan, a U.S. citizen who was born in India, is a senior scientist and group leader at MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge, England, according to the Nobel Prize Web site. Steitz is a professor at Yale University and an investigator at Howard Hughes Medical Institute at Yale, the site said. (CNN)
Americans Line Up for H1N1 Vaccine Oct 8, 2009
you know nothing of biology, physiology, molecular biology, or genetics. by reading your statement and following the link, i just became a little dumber. (CBS News)
